Zagreb Central Bus Station, connected to the main railway station area.

About Zagreb Central Bus Station

Zagreb Central Bus Station (Autobusni Kolodvor Zagreb) is Croatia's main intercity and international bus hub, with departures to Split (5 hours), Dubrovnik (9 hours), Plitvice Lakes (2.5 hours), and international routes to Ljubljana, Belgrade, Sarajevo, and cities across Europe. The modern station building has ticket offices, waiting areas, a restaurant, luggage storage, and ATMs.

The station sits adjacent to a large green park and is connected to the city center by trams 2, 5, 6, and 13. The main railway station (Glavni Kolodvor) is just 500 meters west, making transfers between air, bus, and rail simple. The surrounding Trnje neighborhood offers affordable accommodation and local restaurants away from the tourist center.

Nearby Landmarks

Zagreb Central Bus Station Main Railway Station Botanical Garden Trnje Park

Transport Options

Taxi

Cost $22-30
Time 18-25 min

Follow "Taxi" signs at arrivals. Queue at official taxi stand. Metered fares, no need to negotiate.

Rideshare (Grab/Uber)

Cost $16-22
Time 18-25 min

Arrivals exit

Step-by-Step Directions

1. Take the Pleso Prijevoz shuttle bus from the airport. 2. Direct service to Zagreb Central Bus Station.

Pleso Prijevoz

Cost $6
Time 25-35 min
Frequency Every 30 minutes

In front of terminal arrivals exit

Quick Comparison

Option Cost Time Best For
Taxi $22-30 18-25 min Convenience, groups, heavy luggage
Rideshare $16-22 18-25 min Budget-conscious, app users
Bus/Shuttle $6 25-35 min Cheapest option

Good to Know

Late Night Transport

The bus station has departures throughout the night for long-distance routes to Split, Dubrovnik, and international destinations. The airport shuttle runs until the last flight. Taxis to the bus station cost approximately 130-180 HRK ($17-24) from the airport.

Luggage Tips

The bus station has luggage storage lockers and a staffed luggage counter for a small fee. This is useful if you need to store bags between your flight and bus departure. All intercity buses have large luggage compartments underneath.

Accessibility

The bus station has level access and accessible restrooms. Most modern FlixBus and Croatia Bus vehicles are wheelchair accessible. The adjacent tram stops have low-platform boarding. The station forecourt is flat and paved.